After school, on the way to practice, even after dinner, kids want snacks – all the time. It even seems like they want more snacks than real meals, because they\’re quick, easy and tasty to little impatient tummies. So this puts big pressure on parents to make sure these yummy, tiny bites are packed with […]
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We\’re in the midst of a crazy flu season and CNN reports that its one of the most severe in recent years. At this point, influenza activity has spread across 49 states (wow, lucky you, Hawaii)! In light of this, a recent study can help us understand just how the flu is affecting us this
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Can you believe that we’re almost at the end of the year? It seems like just yesterday we were rushing around to check off our children’s (never-ending) back-to-school list. Now, it’s already time for their holiday recitals and the awfully dreaded…. end of semester report cards (dun, dun, dun!) But that’s another worry for another
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For the past few years, the juicing industry has boomed, making over $5 billion dollars per year in the United States alone. Just like Starbucks, new juice bars are taking over neighborhood street corners and pre-made drinks line the refrigerator sections in grocery stores. Ironically, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) recently reported that only
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It’s that time of year again when one person coughs at your workplace and everyone glares with fear. Cue the Jaws music! With the start of the fall season, we find ourselves navigating the treacherous waters of flu season. During October and November, most hospitals and institutions begin taking precautions from the unpredictable onset of
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As parents, it can be quite challenging to do a cleanse or stick to a clean-eating lifestyle when you have to cook something different for your kids – especially if it\’s not a flex food. However, this can be an opportunity for you to introduce good eating habits to your kids and new dishes that
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It\’s that time of year again! Morning routines are in full swing, including packing lunches (props to anyone who does it the night before!). The BIG 3 Questions: What does my child want to eat? What do we actually have in the fridge or pantry? Is it healthy? While lunch can often be an afterthought for you, it\’s a
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As you may or may not know, Amy Venner-Hamdi, Co-founder and President of Purium has launched a movement, Million Mom Movement. Her mission is to get 1,000 mothers or fathers in 100 communities who want to help 10 families eat cleaner and greener. Joining is free and you will receive regular tips, recipes, and fun worksheets for
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School will be out in no time and some kids may just want to sit in front of a screen and relax after a long school year. While a small dose of TV, computer or phone isn’t the worst thing in the world, it’s important to encourage our tech-savvy youth to get outside and stay
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Sometimes it\’s hard to find the time or energy to workout, especially when you have kids. However, taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of the sweet little human being you created. Plus, the more active you are, the more energy you feel! Here are some fun ways to get you and your
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